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The Forces Behind Science Fiction
Claim This Podcastby @Copyright 2025 WOND Radio, Scott Cronick, Anthony Gaud and Warren Drummond.
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65 episodes
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Listen to Galaxy One Radio for interviews and insights with the brightest stars of science fiction, movies, TV, books, video games, and science.
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Publishing Since
10/28/2023
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Recent Episodes
May 21, 2026
David Garber: The Hollywood Huckster
<p>In this episode we talk with David Garber, a prolific television powerhouse, most recognized as a writer and producer for global franchises and cult classics including the <strong>Power Rangers</strong> series, <strong>Saved by the Bell</strong>, <strong>The Fall Guy</strong>, <strong>Alien Nation</strong>, and the live-action Disney film <strong>Dennis the Menace</strong>. </p><p>With a career spanning over three decades and more than 100 produced scripts, Garber has been a central figure in shaping the landscape of Saturday morning television and primetime action-drama.</p><p>Garber is a #1 Amazon bestselling author and a Senior Lecturer at <strong>Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television</strong>.</p><p>Garber's latest novel, <strong>Four Coins, A Yo-Yo, And A Gun</strong>, is a historical period piece inspired by the "tall tales" he heard from Paramount old-timers in the 1970s. </p><p>Visit David Garber's website: <a href="https://linzackpublishing.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Linzack Publishing</a></p>
May 5, 2026
From Opie to Oscar: The Evolution of Ron Howard
<p>In this landmark episode of <strong>Galaxy One Radio</strong>, we sit down with a true titan of the industry and Warren Drummond’s previous collaborator, <strong>Ron Howard</strong>. From his early days as a household name on The Andy Griffith Show and Happy Days to becoming an Oscar-winning director and the architect of Imagine Entertainment, Ron has navigated Hollywood from every possible angle for over six decades.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong><br></p><ul><li><strong>The Galaxy Far, Far Away:</strong> In honor of <strong>Star Wars Day 2026</strong>, Ron dives deep into the creative "moving train" of Solo: A Star Wars Story. He reveals the problem-solving required to steer a massive franchise and the unique pressure of taking the helm of cinema’s most beloved saga.<br></li><li><strong>The "Beautiful Madness" of Hollywood:</strong> We explore Ron’s recent, Emmy-nominated return to acting in Apple TV+’s The Studio. Ron shares candid thoughts on how realistically the show captures the chaos of the business and what it’s like to step back in front of the lens after years behind it.<br></li><li><strong>A Career of Reinvention:</strong> Whether it’s the foundational magic of The Grinch, the high-stakes tension of Apollo 13, or his Grammy-winning documentary The Beatles: Eight Days a Week, Ron breaks down his philosophy on storytelling and staying relevant in an ever-changing industry.</li></ul><p>Bumper music provided by Nigel Ross-Yong-Ching</p>
May 1, 2026
Getting It Done with Larry the Cable Guy
<p>We’re joined by the multi-platinum recording artist and Grammy nominee <strong>Larry the Cable Guy</strong>. From his meteoric rise as part of the Blue Collar Comedy Tour to becoming the voice of "Mater" in Disney/Pixar’s Cars, Larry has remained one of the most recognizable forces in American comedy.</p>
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